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Geneva, IL

With HIV taking a toll on those of us older folks and newly diagnosed..sometimes it's necessary to remind ourselves how wonderful we reallly are.
What do you do to remind yourself?

April 19, 2023
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Members shared the many ways they remind themselves of their own worth while living with HIV, offering a warm mix of self-care rituals and... Read more

Members shared the many ways they remind themselves of their own worth while living with HIV, offering a warm mix of self-care rituals and mindset shifts. Several members described finding joy in grooming routines, going to the gym, taking selfies, buying a favorite perfume, and helping others through yard work or acts of kindness. A recurring theme was the power of focusing on the present, finding one's inner light, staying connected to faith or community, and choosing gratitude over bitterness.

A myHIVteam Member

During the Spring, Summer and Fall, I do Landscaping/Lawn Care/Gardening for a gentleman and his wife for cash money. It keeps me busy and makes me feel good to help someone and get paid also. The Winter slows me down a bit. I still do Snow Removal; for the older couple but I also do work inside their house to help them out. Helping people seems to keep me positive and keep me going day to day.

April 23, 2023
A myHIVteam Member

I still try to take pride in my appearance, and I go to the gym most days. That helps me feel good about myself. Honestly, my greatest source of peace is just being at home with my cat, reading or binging a show.

April 19, 2023
A myHIVteam Member

I KEEP SMILING !!!!

April 19, 2023
A myHIVteam Member

I'm focus on my present life and feeling and doing better 😁

April 19, 2023
A myHIVteam Member

I try not to do it often, but I’m an electronics freak. So I buy TV’s etc but only if it’s a no interest plan I can achieve. That makes me feel good, and the fact I can still do it makes me feel even better

April 19, 2023

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